This week has been good, We are officially on Sister Young's last week here, she'll be heading to Bangkok in a week. It's been interesting for me to be the "in-between" companion--trying to get used to Sister Harris' new teaching style, and still adapted to teaching with Sister Young. But it's made for some awesome lessons, and we've seen miracles this week. First and foremost, Phii Chee and Phii Nok interviewed special yesterday with one of President Smith's counselor's (because of some problems they've had in the past). And the miracle? THEY PASSED! They are both ready for baptism in just 2 weeks. AH! These are 2 women that Sister Young and I started teaching just 2 months ago, and have seen miracles with them left and right. Chee is the most humble, willing to accept person I've ever known. At first we didn't think she was understanding everything, but as time went on, we just realized she just loved it all! She was prepared and wanted to accept it all! :) And Nok? Hilarious. Sister Young says she can always tell when I'm talking with Nok on the phone, because my voice gets all excited and high and happy, haha. She's awesome. Everything is so black and white for her. She said she went to 7-11 and asked her member friend what she could and what she couldn't (after our Word of Wisdom lesson). She went through all the drinks and pointed to everything, saying "Yes" or "No." She still has a little bit of a problem wearing a skirt....she really really doesn't like skirts. But I think it will come with time. We've just gotta break the news she needs to wear a dress for her baptism! Hope that goes well! :)
It has apparently been flooding in the south a little bit...in Korat where Sister Harris used to serve, and Lopburi, and I think it's heading into Bangkok. We're not really sure because we're kind of kept in the dark as far as news, but everyone keeps talking about it. The miracle? Pres Smith usually has all the trainers in Bangkok for a training meeting, but only invited the people from Bangkok and the North to go this month. He decided last minute to do a separate meeting with the people in the Eeson, in the East. Well--since it's flooded, there is no way to get from Bangkok to the Eeson, except to fly. There are still roads to go North, so our missionaries were fine, but the Eeson missionaries would have been stranded. Pres Smith was definitely inspired. Just a fun little story.
I just have to say a big thank you to Kirsten, Liz and Mom! The Starburst, Skittles, and Big Hunks were just what the doctor ordered. I love Thai candy and all....but those take the cake! Thank you so much!
I want to say that I felt a physical change in my teaching this week. I have spent an awful lot of time trying to figure out how to be more effective in my teaching--especially getting started with Sister Harris and I. We're both very young in the mission, but I know we'll see miracles because of it. Anyway, as we were teaching Nok the other day, i realized that I have been trying to do too much on my own (the story of my life...). I immediately opened my mind to Heavenly Father above, and my heart, and began to feel the love for Nok pour into my heart. I just teared up and told her what I was experiencing. I felt like the conduit of love and power that needed to reach Nok--but until she recieved baptism, she wasn't able to feel it for herself. I realized that I need to be that conduit for her to feel the Holy Ghost. If I'm not prepared, I better repent and get prepared, because these people need me. I am there to say whatever the Savior would say to her, so I better be listening to His word. As I have done so, I have felt a power come into my teaching that wasn't there before. I have lifted the roof off my head, so to speak, and things flow through me to those we teach that haven't before. It was an amazing realization, and has completely altered the way I've been teaching this week. I'm grateful for the opportunity to change and turn to the Savior!
That's about all I have for this week. I am so grateful, every single day, to be here in Thailand. This week has been one of the very hardest of my mission so far, but I have also seen some of the greatest miracles. I become increasingly aware of Heavenly Father in each and every person's life. He knows and loves every one of us. Thank you for all your prayers, love and support! I can feel them buoy me up in moments of difficulty. Our last week with Sister Young, and then I'm off to the rest of my mission! :) And believe it or not--I am coming up on my 6 month mark. WHAT?! Time flies. Oh yes, and HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!! It sounds like all the kids have their costumes picked out. Take pictures! :) I love you all!
All My Love,
Sister Nay
P.S. "Any excuse, no matter how valid, weakens the character." --unknown
And one of my favorites, especially since I'm in Asia....."The flower that blooms in adversity is the most beautiful and rarest of all." --Mulan's Father. :)
The attached picture is of our trip to Thum's house last week. This is Sister Young almost falling into the hot springs, and Thum and I laughing at her. Oh my word--I love Thum!
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